Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School
School Notes Overview:
Through a dedication to academic excellence, Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School stands accountable for educating students to make the most of their abilities. The school educates students to acquire and refine essential academic knowledge and skills; cultivate an appreciation of the arts; develop lifelong fitness skills; assume responsibility for their behavior; seek out challenge, welcome criticism, test new capacities; practice self-discipline; and find joy in learning. The school brings students together with teachers who exemplify intellectual curiosity, a dedication to truth, and the advantages of living the examined life....
School Overview:
Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School |
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| School Type | Elem. Or Sec. with a Special Program Emphasis | |
| School Membership(s) | State or regional independent school association | |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 12 | |
| County | Jasper County, MO | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 254 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(MO) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 4% | 19% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 14 students | ||
| Kind - 13 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 18 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 17 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 22 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 18 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 16 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 24 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 12 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 17 students | ||
| Grade 9 - 22 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 23 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 21 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 17 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 28 teachers | |
This School |
(MO) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:9 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 172 days | 176 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 7 hours |
School Notes:
- Through a dedication to academic excellence, Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School stands accountable for educating students to make the most of their abilities. The school educates students to acquire and refine essential academic knowledge and skills; cultivate an appreciation of the arts; develop lifelong fitness skills; assume responsibility for their behavior; seek out challenge, welcome criticism, test new capacities; practice self-discipline; and find joy in learning. The school brings students together with teachers who exemplify intellectual curiosity, a dedication to truth, and the advantages of living the examined life.
- Profile last updated: 01/29/2007
In the News:
- Bob Tommey-based student film set to premier (The Carthage Press)
posted on September 10, 2009 at 07:55:46 pm
Back in May of this year, renowned Carthage artist Bob Tommey became an actor for a day, feigning strokes with a paintbrush while a group of fifth-grade students from Joplin’s Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School shot live footage of his movements. - Futures tourney marks 9th year at Millennium (The Joplin Globe)
posted on July 2, 2009 at 05:25:38 am
A pro tennis tournament that became an annual event at Millennium Tennis & Fitness Club shortly after it opened 10 years ago is about to make another appearance. - Foundation gives away $19,000 (The Carthage Press)
posted on June 17, 2009 at 07:00:53 pm
Twenty one groups and organizations from Carthage and Joplin were awarded grants totaling approximately $19,000 in an annual meeting on Tuesday. - Students film famous Carthage artist (The Carthage Press)
posted on May 14, 2009 at 10:11:43 pm
Famous Carthage artist Bob Tommey stared at the camera and waited for a nearby fifth grade student to yell “action.” - Bus loaded with filmmaking inspiration stops in Joplin w/ “On Location” program info, photo gallery (The Joplin Globe)
posted on May 13, 2009 at 03:29:52 am
“I look forward to an America which will reward advancement in the arts as we reward achievement in business or statecraft.”
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (64801) | School Zip (64801) |
(MO) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 32,628 people | 5,593,929 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 23% | 18% |
| Population Average Age | 34 years old | 36 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.4 persons | 2.3 persons |
| Median Household Income | $30,367 | $45,202 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.1 rooms | 5.6 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 42 years old | 43 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 62% / 38% | 69% / 31% |
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Nearby Schools:
- College Heights Christian School - 574 students - 1.1 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Joplin, Jasper County, Zip 64801
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